Project Engineer

The importance of water to the health of our world can’t be overstated. 

Water is essential for all living organisms to survive and thrive.   The water industry must continue to build resiliency and lead from the front to preserve this most essential resource. Together with our clients, we are thinking and doing things differently to help pre-empt and prepare for what's next in the water industry. Be a part of this dynamic and committed team of diverse water specialists and drive change for your community. 

You’ll be able to apply our powerful global network of skills and decades of experience to create positive water outcomes that respect nature and nurture communities.

Who are we looking for?   

Our Central US Water business is growing! We're looking for a Project Engineer with expertise in water and wastewater conveyance systems to support and/or lead the design of complex infrastructure projects. This role involves being a key part of multidisciplinary teams, supporting design and construction phases, and supporting successful delivery of pipeline, pump station, and related conveyance projects. 

You will also work with a team to support client development and strategic growth of the business locally. The purpose is to build credible relationships with clients, teaming partners, and the community. This position will require a strong ability to support multiple projects and initiatives. 

In the problem-solving business, it helps to be restlessly curious to deliver community change.

Our vision is to ensure energy, water and urbanization are made sustainable for generations to come. You can lead the way into a new future for our industry, inspiring the next generation of driven and committed people in the process. 

Learn about leadership opportunities with GHD. 

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: 

• Project engineer for planning, design, and implementation of water and wastewater conveyance projects, including but not limited to pipelines, force mains, gravity sewers, and pump stations. 
• Coordinate with permitting agencies, contractors, internal technical teams, and clients as necessary. 
• Prepare engineering reports, design documents, specifications, and cost estimates, as needed. 
• Support permitting and environmental documentation processes. 
• Conduct work to appropriate professional standards and to the firm’s QA/QC requirements. Participates in QA/QC programs for other projects as requested by managers.
• Support proposal development efforts for new business
• Support relationships with existing and prospective clients; this includes business development, sales and marketing

What you will bring to the team:

•  Bachelor's and/or Master’s degree in environmental or civil engineering
• Professional Engineer license in Missouri or ability to acquire upon six months of hiring date
• 5+ years of water/wastewater design experience in municipal water, water resource, and/or conveyance projects; 
• Experience in water and wastewater conveyance and pump station
• Experience in executing multiple tasks while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail, schedule and budget
• Ability to present technical information, both written and orally, in a concise and professional manner; must have strong technical writing skills

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Are you interested in pursuing this role? Please submit an application!

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.